UnityPoint Health

CMA - Certified Medical Assistant

OB/GYN - Methodist Penn Ave.

Des Moines, IA

Monday-Friday 7:30AM-5PM - THURSDAYS OFF

Full-time + benefits

$5,000 sign on bonus offered to external candidates

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Our growing OB/GYN clinic in Des Moines, IA is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our women’s health team. This role supports the delivery of exceptional patient care by assisting physicians and nurse practitioners with clinical and administrative duties in a busy outpatient setting. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of women’s health, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing respectful, empathetic care to all patients.

• Patient Preparation: Greet and prepare patients for exams, including obtaining vital signs, patient histories, and chief complaints.

• Clinical Assistance: Assist providers with OB/GYN procedures and exams (e.g., Pap smears, pelvic exams, prenatal checkups, in-office procedures).

• Specimen Collection: Collect and process specimens for laboratory testing (e.g., urine, blood, cervical swabs), and ensure proper documentation and labeling.

• Charting & Documentation: Accurately update and maintain electronic medical records (EMR) with patient data, procedure notes, and provider instructions.

• Patient Education: Provide information and instructions to patients regarding medications, birth control methods, prenatal care, and follow-up appointments.

• Inventory Management: Monitor and restock clinical supplies and ensure equipment is sanitized and maintained according to infection control protocols.

• Scheduling & Communication: Assist with appointment scheduling, prior authorizations, and responding to patient phone calls and messages.

• Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an accredited program (AAMA, NHA, NCCT, or similar).

• Licensure: Must hold current CMA certification and be eligible to work in Iowa.

• Experience: Previous experience in OB/GYN or women’s health strongly preferred but not required.

• Skills: Proficient in using electronic medical records (EMR), with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Other: Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a compassionate approach in a patient-centered environment.